Binding: Paperback Dewey Decimal Number: 006.7 EAN: 9780596101978 Format: Illustrated ISBN: 059610197X Label: O'Reilly Media, Inc. Manufacturer: O'Reilly Media, Inc. Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 694 Publication Date: December 08, 2005 Publisher: O'Reilly Media, Inc. Sales Rank: 1388 Studio: O'Reilly Media, Inc.
Product DescriptionTired of reading HTML books that only make sense after you're an expert? Then it's about time you picked up Head First HTML with CSS & XHTML and really learned HTML. You want to learn HTML so you can finally create those web pages you've always wanted, so you can communicate more effectively with friends, family, fans, and fanatic customers. You also want to do it right so you can actually maintain and expand your Web pages over time, and so your web pages work in all the browsers and mobile devices out there. Oh, and if you've never heard of CSS, that's okay - we won't tell anyone you're still partying like it's 1999 - but if you're going to create Web pages in the 21st century then you'll want to know and understand CSS.
Learn the real secrets of creating Web pages, and why everything your boss told you about HTML tables is probably wrong (and what to do instead). Most importantly, hold your own with your co-worker (and impress cocktail party guests) when he casually mentions how his HTML is now strict, and his CSS is in an external style sheet.
With Head First HTML with CSS & XHTML, you'll avoid the embarrassment of thinking web-safe colors still matter, and the foolishness of slipping a font tag into your pages. Best of all, you'll learn HTML and CSS in a way that won't put you to sleep. If you've read a Head First book, you know what to expect: a visually-rich format designed for the way your brain works. Using the latest research in neurobiology, cognitive science, and learning theory, this book will load HTML, CSS, and XHTML into your brain in a way that sticks.
So what are you waiting for? Leave those other dusty books behind and come join us in Webville. Your tour is about to begin.
'Elegant design is at the core of every chapter here, each concept conveyed with equal doses of pragmatism and wit.' --Ken Goldstein, Executive Vice President, Disney Online
'This book is a thoroughly modern introduction to forward-looking practices in web page markup and presentation.' --Danny Goodman, author of Dynamic HTML: The Definitive Guide
'What used to be a long trial and error learning process has now been reduced neatly into an engaging paperback.' --Mike Davidson, CEO, Newsvine, Inc.
'I love Head First HTML with CSS & XHTML--it teaches you everything you need to learn in a 'fun coated' format!' --Sally Applin, UI Designer and Artist
'I haven't had as much fun reading a book (other than Harry Potter) in years. And your book finally helped me break out of my hapless so-last-century way of creating web pages.' --Professor David M. Arnow, Department of Computer and Information Science, Brooklyn College
'If you've ever had a family member who wanted you to design a website for them, buy them Head First HTML with CSS and XHTML. If you've ever asked a family member to design you a web site, buy this book. If you've ever bought an HTML book and ended up using it to level your desk, or for kindling on a cold winter day, buy this book. This is the book you've been waiting for. This is the learning system you've been waiting for.' --Warren Kelly, Blogcritics.org
Customer Reviews
Average Rating:
Rating: - style over substance
This is the first "head first" book I've read, and unfortunately it will probably be my last.
I actually don't have a problem with the material covered in the book. It seems pretty complete. But to me, having to wade through all the "cutsie-poo" little pictures and notes and jokes and all that just leads to a book that is difficult to pick up and find the info you need. I suppose if your goal is to be amused, then by all means pick up this book. But if what you are trying to do ... Read More
Rating: - Want to learn HTML and CSS...This is THE BOOK.
When I became interested in starting my website, www.stevechambers.com, I wanted to learn the basics behind the code so I could get my web pages looking as close as possible to how I wanted them to look. I first tried some free HTML tutorials on the web, then purchased several different books before happening upon this one. Far and away, this is the book to use to learn the basics of HTML and CSS.
While this is not a reference book I have it sitting on my desk every single time I code. ... Read More
Rating: - A fantastic book that is easy to follow with great explainations
This book stands above the other HTML books that I've read. It's explainations are easy to follow and complete. The examples are fun and you will learn XHTML and CSS so well that you'll be designing clean and effective websites in no time.
Unlike other HTML books where authors have you copy their information and expect you to follow along, with Head First the skills you learn will be yours.
Highly recommended!
Rating: - Great for beginners and to actually LEARN how to make websites
This book was excellent in providing the background, the "why, what and how" of HTML. Not just a boring book, but a step by step guide to making a nice website, with everything you want to know.
I really liked the way it's written, because it's not just hard facts but written with a lot of humor.
If you're searching for a book that is actually nice to read, it's great. If you just want to look things up about HTML, I'd buy a handbook.
Rating: - An Excellent read!
A lot of tech books ive read in the past i have had trouble following, but not this one. This was my first Head First book and it completely sold me on them. It was super easy to follow and actually enjoyable to read. The authors silly antics made it read more like a novel vs a tech book. I definitely recommend this book for anyone wanting to learn XHTML and CSS.
- style over substance
- Want to learn HTML and CSS...This is THE BOOK.
